Diospyros sandwicensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.DC.) Fosberg
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 12(15): 8 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000649685
Common Names
- Sandwich Island Ebony
- Sandwich Island Ebony Tree
- Sandwich Island Diospyros
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- Maba sandwicensis A.DC. [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea degeneri Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea degeneri Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea kauaiensis Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea kauaiensis Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea lanaiensis Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea obtusa Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea ovata Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea pubescens (Skottsb.) Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea pubescens (Skottsb.) Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea sandwicensis (A.DC.) Bakh. [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea sclerophylla Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea subcoriacea Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea toppingii Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea wailauensis Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea wiebkei Fosberg [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis arachnoidea H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis degeneri (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis elliptica H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis frameata H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis kauaiensis (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis kokeeensis H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis lanaiensis (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis miloliiensis H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis oahuensis H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis obtusa (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis ovalis H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis perpubescens H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis puberula H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis pubescens (Skottsb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis rotundata H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis rugosa H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis sclerophylla (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis toppingii (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis wailauensis (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Diospyros sandwicensis wiebkei (Fosb.) H.St.John [unknown]
- Ebenus sandwicensis (A.DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Maba sandwicensis pubescens Skottsb. [unknown]
- Diospyros ferrea toppingii Fosberg [unknown]
Description
Diospyros sandwicensis (also called Hawaiian Ebony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ebenaceae. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to Hawaii, where it is found in primary and secondary forests, and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diospyros sandwicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used to make furniture, cabinets, and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Diospyros sandwicensis are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and pale green.
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Diospyros sandwicensis is a slow-growing tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Diospyros sandwicensis
Diospyros sandwicensis is native to Hawaii and can be found in lowland forests.
Diospyros sandwicensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diospyros sandwicensis?
Diospyros sandwicensis
What is the common name of Diospyros sandwicensis?
Hawaiian Ebony
What is the natural habitat of Diospyros sandwicensis?
It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Diospyros genus
Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,
Species in the Ebenaceae family
Diospyros abyssinica, Diospyros acapulcensis, Diospyros acocksii, Diospyros acris, Diospyros aculeata, Diospyros acuminata, Diospyros acuta, Diospyros addita, Diospyros adenophora, Diospyros adiensis, Diospyros aequoris, Diospyros affinis, Diospyros aifatensis, Diospyros alatella, Diospyros albiflora, Diospyros alboflavescens, Diospyros alisu, Diospyros alpina, Diospyros amabi, Diospyros amanap, Diospyros amaniensis, Diospyros amboinensis, Diospyros analamerensis, Diospyros andamanica, Diospyros angulata, Diospyros anisandra, Diospyros anisocalyx, Diospyros anitae, Diospyros ankifiensis, Diospyros anosivolensis, Diospyros apeibocarpos, Diospyros apiculata, Diospyros areolata, Diospyros areolifolia, Diospyros argentea, Diospyros armata, Diospyros artanthifolia, Diospyros arupaj, Diospyros atrata, Diospyros atrotricha, Diospyros attenuata, Diospyros aurea, Diospyros australis, Diospyros balansae, Diospyros balfouriana, Diospyros baloen-ldjoek, Diospyros bambuseti, Diospyros bangkana, Diospyros bangoiensis, Diospyros baranensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2770474: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.